🎄 Merry Christmas
We hope you have a wonderful day with your friends and family! In the spirit of the season, we’re sharing our team’s favorite holiday traditions.
Photo by Tim Hutchins
Amanda: “I love watching my kids open their stockings — we do them first so they still have their sleepy faces and the excitement is high! I just love how joyful they are in those moments.”
Bre: “My dad always makes a Christmas scavenger hunt to find one of the presents!”
Christy: “Secret Santa with my whole family!”
Jacob: “Making Christmas cookies with my mom and sister!”
Stevie: “Taking advantage of the winter weather to go skiing, ice skating, etc!”
🗓 Events
Saturday, December 27
Noon Year’s Eve - Celebrate 2026 early at South Fork Community Center, featuring music, dancing, and crafts! Free to attend. 11 AM
Kwanzaa - Celebrate Kujichagulia, the second day of Kwanzaa, by making crafts at the Delta Arts Center! Triad Cultural Arts is hosting daily Kwanzaa events at various locations through January 1.
Sunday, December 28
Winter Wonderland Showcase - Join Real World Ballroom for dance performances, mini lessons, and desserts! 7-10 PM
Cocktail Class - Learn to make New Year’s Eve cocktails at easytalk! Classes at 2 and 4 PM.
Candle Making - Craft custom soy candles using floral and seasonal scents at Wise Man Brewing! 2 PM
Monday, December 29
Bourbon Dinner - Enjoy a three-course meal and four bourbon tastings at The Trophy Room. 6 PM
Peter and the Wolf - Experience this classic tale brought to life by musicians at the Generations Center! Free to attend. 10:30 AM
🗞 Other News
🎨 Closing: This Saturday is your last chance to visit NCMA Winston-Salem before it closes for a two-year renovation! The art museum will open a temporary downtown campus in the Twin City Lofts building on 4th Street in April 2026.
💙 Last Call: Help feed our neighbors in need and donate to Samaritan Ministries’ Penny Campaign! The Go-To Winston-Salem will match donations up to $2,500 when you give through our page. We’re 27% of the way toward meeting our goal!
🎊 Celebrate: Making New Year’s Eve plans? Whether you’re looking for family-friendly outings or the best party in town, we’ve got you covered.
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Upcoming Events
Evening in the Atrium - Live music meets local flavor! Catch Martha Bassett in concert while enjoying small bites from The Downtown Grille at 500 W 5th on January 15.
Do you open gifts one at a time or all at once?
👀 Monday’s results: Do you have family coming in town for the holidays?
Yes - 39%
No - 61%
🌀 The Wrap
❤️ Merry Christmas! May your day be filled with joy, hope, and love.
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